39 articles tagged "pif"
Prime Minister and Chair of the Pacific Islands Forum Sitiveni Rabuka has called on Pacific Islanders to unite for a better Pacific. While speaking during the Forum welcoming ceremony, Rabuka says we are one big c
The 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent has been launched to secure the well-being of the people, guarantee the future of children and secure a future for the people. While speaking at the launch of the 20
Samsung has introduced various outdoor billboard advertisements in support of the 2030 Busan World Expo in Suva. The marketing activity is also in major airports. The advertising message of 'Bula from Busan' (
The Fiji Gender Action Programme to advance women’s empowerment and social protection has received a boost as New Zealand is providing a $12.6 million contribution. The funding will go to the Ministry for Women,
Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs, Penny Wong says they understand there are strong differences of views between different parties regarding funding for USP but she hopes Pacific Island leaders will find a way thr
More than 445 jobs are expected to be created when the $56.2 million worth Maritime Essential Services Centre project is completed in 2024. This was highlighted by Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama in a joint pres
As the Pacific Islands Leaders Forum continues at the Grand Pacific Hotel, a Blue Pacific Village has been set up in Thurston Garden where people of the Pacific are showcasing their tradition and culture through traditi
Australian Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese has welcomed the increased engagement of the United States in the Pacific region as the US has announced an increased support package, diplomatic presence, aid and infrastruct
The US Vice President, Kamala Harris says at a time when we see bad actors seeking to undermine the rules-based order, we must stand united. While speaking virtually to leaders of the Pacific Islands Forum, Harr
USAID is taking steps to expand its footprint to include re-establishing a regional mission in Suva, the US will return Peace Corps volunteers to the Pacific region, the first-ever United States Envoy to the Pacific Isl
Farmers can now expect to get improved access to seeds and planting materials that will maintain and hopefully increase their yields despite the impacts of climate change as the New Zealand Government has provided $10 m
The most important consideration this week is how the Pacific Islands Forum chooses to navigate the challenges and opportunities as we voyage into the future. This was the message from Fijian Prime Minister and Ch
People will get to see the vibrant, rich and unique cultures and traditions of the 18 Pacific Island Forum member countries during the Blue Pacific Village at the Thurston Garden, which the University of the South Pacif
The Pacific Islands Forum Leaders’ meeting provides an opportunity to work together, discuss issues and develop solutions to overcome common development challenges for a sustainable future for our people. This ha
The 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent and climate change is high on the agenda in the 2022 Forum Foreign Ministers Meeting. Minister for Trade, Tourism and Transport Faiyaz Koya says the Blue Pacific Con
Leaders from across the Pacific region will be gathering in Suva for the 51st Pacific Islands Forum and related meetings from the 11th to the 14th of next month. In a statement the Fijian Government says, the meeti
Solar power plants are expected to be constructed in Taveuni and Ovalau through funds provided by the Republic of Korea to the Korea/Pacific Islands Forum Fund. While speaking at the Pacific Islands Forum Secretari
Two days of discussions amongst Pacific Islands Forum Leaders have reaffirmed the value and importance of talanoa in the Pacific Way, and represented an important first step towards re-uniting the Pacific family.
The Pacific Islands Forum Leaders meeting is expected to be held in Suva next month. While speaking to fijivillage, Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat Deputy Secretary General Dr. Filimon Manoni says that based on t
